Principal Optical Integration and Test Engineer

RTX • Tucson, AZ

12d • Onsite

About The Position

At Raytheon, the foundation of everything we do is rooted in our values and a higher calling to help our nation and allies defend freedoms and deter aggression. We bring the strength of more than 100 years of experience and renowned engineering expertise to meet the needs of today’s mission and stay ahead of tomorrow’s threat. Our team solves tough, meaningful problems that create a safer, more secure world.

The Electro-Optics (EO) Department within Raytheon Missiles Defense is currently searching for an Optical Integration Test Engineer to work on a multi-disciplined team to assist on development and production programs across the portfolio of RMD EO products. The chosen team member may be asked to participate in EO subsystem integration and innovation efforts that could include design, reviews, production support, process and metric development.

Requirements

• Typically requires a Bachelor’s Degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 8 years of experience in optical design
• Experience in system integration and test or data analysis
• The ability to obtain and maintain a US security clearance prior to the start date.
• U.S. citizenship is required as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance

Nice To Haves

• Master of Science in Optics Systems, Electrical, or Computer Engineering Physics or related Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM)
• Bachelor of Science in Optics Systems, Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering Physics or related discipline
• Competency in analysis tools such as MatLab and experience writing C++ and/or python
• Experience with EO test equipment, test automation scripting
• EO hardware and software integration and verification experience
• Experience with laboratory measurement equipment or techniques for EO subsystems
• Proficient in Excel and PowerPoint
• Current/Active DoD security clearance or SSBI
• ABET is the preferred, although not required, accreditation standard.
• 3.0 cumulative GPA desired

Responsibilities

• Optical alignment and testing
• Implementation of automated test and assembly processes
• Development of analysis tools and analysis of test data
• Design of EO subsystems test fixtures
• Perform troubleshooting and process investigations
• Support production related activities in the assembly and documentation of EO subsystems

Benefits

• Our values drive our actions, behaviors, and performance with a vision for a safer, more connected world.
• At RTX we value: Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, and Innovation.
• As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attend select steps of the interview process in-person at one of our office locations, regardless of whether the role is designated as on-site, hybrid or remote.
• Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits, including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, flexible work schedules, employee assistance program, Employee Scholar Program, parental leave, paid time off, and holidays.
• Hired applicants may be eligible for annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs depending on the level of the position and whether or not it is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees